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The Shield (2002–2008) 8.5
The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their ... See full summary » Creator:Shawn Ryan |
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Cast
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| Michael Chiklis | ... |
Detective Vic Mackey
(89 episodes, 2002-2008)
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| Catherine Dent | ... |
Officer Danni Sofer
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| Walton Goggins | ... |
Detective Shane Vendrell
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| Michael Jace | ... |
Officer Julien Lowe
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| Jay Karnes | ... |
Detective Holland Wagenbach
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| Benito Martinez | ... |
Captain David Aceveda
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Detective Claudette Wyms
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| Cathy Cahlin Ryan | ... |
Corrine Mackey
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| David Rees Snell | ... |
Detective Ronnie Gardocki
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| Kenny Johnson | ... |
Detective Curtis Lemansky
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Detective Steve Billings
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The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact. Written by <jgp3553@yahoo.com>
Plot Keywords:
police corruption | corrupt cop | los angeles california | racism | prison |Taglines:
The Final Act (Season 7) See more »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USALanguage:
EnglishRelease Date:
12 March 2002 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Rampart See more »Filming Locations:
ABC Television Center - 4151 Prospect Avenue, Los Angeles, California, USA See more »Box Office
Budget:
$1,200,000 (estimated)Company Credits
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Vic Mackey: Just that is great to be back in the States.
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Detective Shane Vendrell's badge number is 714, the same as Detective Joe Friday's on Dragnet. See more »Quotes
Officer: You guys have anything to declare?Vic Mackey: Just that is great to be back in the States.
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If you read the first couple of pages of reviews for "The Shield," you'll think that it's a poorly-crafted ratings loser that shouldn't be on television.
Nothing could be further from the truth.
I'll admit, I was hesitant to start watching "The Shield," but that was only because of Michael Chiklis. I absolutely hated "The Commish" and I figured this show would be a total dog.
A co-worker challenged me to watch the pilot and, if I didn't like it, I could return the discs to him and he'd never hound me about it again. I took his challenge and watched the pilot---and I didn't stop until the season finale. Chiklis won me over. The writing won me over. The cinematography won me over.
Is the camera-work shaky? Sure. But it's *supposed* to be. It's shot almost documentary style and I think that adds to the grit of the show. Some people claim that "The Shield" failed Movie 101. Well, you know what? It's NOT a movie. It's an episodic television series and there are no other scripted dramas on television that compare.
Is it a ratings loser? Absolutely not. Folks, it's on cable. It's not going to be ranked in the Nielsen Top 10...ever! "The Shield" has helped FX firmly establish itself on Tuesday nights and was the first of a series of outstanding and cutting-edge dramas. "The Shield" is better described as a cable success story, proving that quality, original scripted television isn't the exclusive domain of the broadcast networks in the United States.
If you haven't ever watched "The Shield" and are considering it, I'll pose the same challenge my co-worker did. Watch one episode and only one episode: Pilot. If you don't like it, turn it off.
I'm willing to bet, however, that you'll wind up doing what I did.
"The Shield" is top-shelf. There's no doubt about it.